* Thaksin challenges Bangkok from Cambodia Nov 13, 2009
I feel flattered by the invitation to be [Hun Sens] adviser, said Thaksin, who had been living in self-imposed exile largely in Dubai before arriving in Phnom Penh on Tuesday. I see a lot of synergy between your country and mine. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Koda man put Rs 640 cr in Union Bank Nov 13, 2009
The same group operated by Punamia was earlier found to be behind hawala and legal money transfers to the tune of $110 million to other front companies of the cartel based in Dubai. Sources said Enforcement Directorate (ED) had also found details of the cartel's land investment in Bangkok worth Rs 100 crore. (India Times)
The new face of Bollywood Nov 12, 2009
"Things for me changed quite overnight, actually. I remember a couple of months before the film release, not too many people knew me. In November 2007 when my film released and immediately after that I had to travel to New York, to Dubai and to London, and suddenly everyone on the streets started recognizing me, especially the Indians. That's when I realized that things have changed.". With the public attention has come the inevitable media spotlight on her private life. (CNN -- Showbiz)
61 IIM-C students bag international offers Nov 12, 2009
As many as 61 students bagged international offers in such locations as New York, London, Hong Kong, Singapore, Dubai and South Africa, with the possibility of more getting confirmed soon. Some 140 companies showed interest in hiring from IIMC, up from last years 110. (India Times)
S.F. firm designing Iraq stadium Nov 12, 2009
Travel there requires "appropriate protection," which, in his company's case, is provided by a private security firm headquartered in Dubai. But the risks are worth it, he said - especially on an Iraqi project "that has a beneficial human aspect to it.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Bad Haalats & woolly winters in store Nov 11, 2009
Mulloo-Tony and Baby-Toto are going off to Dubai for New Years eve and winters ki holidays because they say Pakistans going to be bore. 1. (India Times)
Somali Refugees in Nepal: Stuck in the Waiting Room Nov 11, 2009
When the 28-year-old Somali boarded a flight from Dubai to Kathmandu on May 23, 2007, he was hoping he would finally reach his dream destination: Sweden. He had, after all, shelled out $4,000 to a human trafficker who promised to smuggle him to the Scandinavian country. (Time.com)
Perdue pays visit to Iraq for second time Nov 11, 2009
Asked if he would be visiting the other U.S. war zone, Perdue paused, then said there was a "a gap" in his travel schedule before he arrives in Dubai for an economic development event. He refused to elaborate. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Perdue visits troops in Iraq Nov 11, 2009
From Iraq, Perdue will travel to Dubai for the Dubai Air Show, where a number of Georgia firms are vendors and where he said he will meet with potential economic devleopment prospects. Asked if he was also visiting Afghanistan, as he did in 2005, Perdue said he could not answer but noted that there are gaps on his schedule between Iraq and Dubai. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Scott could give up playing on European Tour Nov 11, 2009
Next week is the Dubai World Championship to cap off the European Tour schedule. Scott is No. 44 in the Race to Dubai ... European Tour chief executive George O'Grady said last week it would be announced in Dubai whether the tour will act on a proposal that players compete in four out of six designated events, which could require playing more tournaments in Europe and could force players to alter an already busy schedule. (ESPN -- Golf)
Thailand's Thaksin arrives in Cambodia for tense visit Nov 10, 2009
We already clarified this case because he is a political victim," Kuoy Kong told AFP Tuesday. Billionaire telecoms mogul Thaksin is living in foreign locations including Dubai to avoid a two-year jail term for abuse of power handed down by a Thai court in absentia in September 2008. He justified his trip to Cambodia whose prime minister Hun Sen is a close friend and political ally in an open letter published on his website late Monday. "As I travel to Cambodia to discuss poverty and the... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Thaksin arrives in Cambodia, sparking tensions Nov 10, 2009
Thailand and Cambodia recalled their respective ambassadors last week in the escalating row over the visit of Thaksin, who has been living in a variety of foreign locations including Dubai since he last fled Thailand in August 2008. Thaksin won two elections and remains a massively influential figure in Thai politics, stirring up mass protests by so-called "Red Shirt" supporters against the current government. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Google's help sought in Koda investigation Nov 10, 2009
550 crore of it was sent to countries like Dubai, Thailand, Malaysia, South Africa, Liberia and other places. IT officials said the investigation of Koda had led to the largest number of raids in a particular case, undertaken by the department. (India Times)
Legislation would rein in pension fund 'placement agents,' sources say Nov 8, 2009
Also, Villalobos paid for a round-the-world trip he took with CalPERS board member Charles Valdes in late 2006, which included a stop at a financial conference at a luxury hotel in Dubai. Valdes says he reimbursed Villalobos. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Rich & NRIs eye foreign properties Nov 8, 2009
Some of the places which now offer good investment opportunities for HNIs include the Middle East especially Dubai ... "I am an investor in real estate myself and feel that the UK provides good opportunities for high net worth non-resident Indians and people of Indian origin. This is mainly because the pound sterling has fallen against the Euro and the dollar and prices of various prime properties are much lower today than they were about a year ago. So NRIs who are based in the US or Europe... (India Times)
America is rusting because of free trade Nov 7, 2009
" In the midst of a war against the Taliban, the Pakistani government staged a road show in Dubai, seeking to entice sheikhs with tax breaks and exemptions from labor laws. All these efforts have two hopes in common. One is the hope of poor nations to achieve the development and modernization of their ailing agricultural sectors. The other is the world's hope that foreign investors in Africa and Asia will be able to produce enough food for a planet soon to be populated by 9.1 billion people;... (Salon)
Watney leads, Woods lurks in China Nov 6, 2009
With a new equipment deal in place, he shot a 6-under 66 to join Shane Lowry of Ireland and Martin Kaymer of Germany, who is second in the Race to Dubai and facing a big week at this $7 million event. Woods was the star attraction, although it was demanding as ever. (Boston Globe)
Vegas big bet Nov 6, 2009
After the banks cut off lending, MGM's 50/50 partner in CityCenter, the Dubai World investment firm, sued to limit its contributions. MGM'S stock fell from more than $16 to less than $2 in the first three months of 2009 as occupancy rates crashed and investors grew pessimistic about the company's fortunes. (MSNBC -- Travel)
United States Claims #1 Spot For First Time as World's Top Country Brand Nov 6, 2009
- Canada Holds on to Second Spot and Australia Slips to Number Three - - Global Study Expanded to Cover Regional Rankings Including Asia Pacific, Sub-Sahara Africa and the Americas. This category remains one with tremendous potential not only for tourism but investment, trade and policy. (Canada Newswire)
Its time for a 1Tourism policy Nov 6, 2009
Go to Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and alcohol is widely served to foreigners and no locals take offence. Taxation on booze is not the only gripe the tourism players have. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Golf Roundup: Woods three off pace in Asian World Cup Nov 6, 2009
n Michelle Wie will end her season in the Omega Dubai Ladies Masters, the final Ladies European Tour event Dec. 9-12. The 20-year-old from Hawaii played this year as an LPGA Tour member for the first time and is No. 17 on the money list. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Watney shoots 64 to take lead at HSBC Champions Nov 5, 2009
Ryan Moore, who signed a new equipment deal Thursday, was in a group at 66 that included Shane Lowry of Ireland and Martin Kaymer of Germany, who is second in the Race to Dubai and facing a big week at this $7 million World Golf Championship. Lin Wen-tang of Taiwan stirred the Chinese crowd with a 67, which left him tied with Woods, Anthony Kim and Paul Casey. (Longview Daily News, WA)
PGA won't tinker with FedEx Cup Nov 5, 2009
Anthony Kim says he will not be going to the Dubai World Championship to compete for the $7 ... Mathematically, Paul Casey is very much in the hunt for the Race to Dubai on the European Tour, at No. 5 in the standings with the top five players separated by about $350,000. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Dubai delays debut of tallest tower to early 2010 Nov 5, 2009
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates Visitors will have to wait until early next year for the opening of the world's tallest building in Dubai ... The media office of the city-state's ruler said Wednesday the hulking Burj Dubai will now debut on Jan. 4, a month later than expected ... The new opening date is timed to coincide with the fourth anniversary of Sheik Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum's appointment as ruler of Dubai. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Thailand recalls ambassador to Cambodia (Update) Nov 5, 2009
He has travelled since the coup to Dubai, Hong Kong, Nicaragua, Liberia and Montenegro in pursuit of investment opportunities. Thaksin remains widely popular among Thailands rural people and the urban poor, who benefited from his social welfare policies. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
A good step for golf, even with Americans at home Nov 4, 2009
Mathematically, Paul Casey is very much in the hunt for the Race to Dubai on the European Tour, at No. 5 in the standings with the top five players separated by about $350,000. The PGA Tour is leaving the FedEx Cup just as it is with the playoff schedule and points system. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Captain Gopinaths cargo venture to take off today Nov 4, 2009
It will fly three Airbus A310 planes and seven smaller ATR planes to connect 17 Indian cities and international destinations like Dubai and Hong Kong. With not much finance coming to fund his cargo venture due to the slowdown, Mr Gopinath sold his stake in Kingfisher Airlines to raise funds. (India Times)
The Clinton Foundation's donors Nov 4, 2009
The American University in Dubai. $150,000. (Salon)
I-T sleuths find proof against Koda Nov 3, 2009
During raids on the residence of Mr Manoj Punamia, in Mumbai, officials found document pertaining to hawala transfer of Rs 500 crore ($100 million) through Abdul bhai in Dubai ... Additionally , raids at the premises of Balaji Bullion produced documentary trail for a transfer of Rs 50 crore ($10 million) to Dubai ... In 2007, Mr Chaudhary, a tractor mechanic with property worth Rs 200 crore in and around Ranchi, set up two companies in Dubai Cam Pac Manufacturing LLC and Blue Techno. (India Times)
Finding low fares at high altitudes Nov 3, 2009
Jazeera Airways, for example, offers round-trip tickets from Kuwait City to Dubai for as little as $56 (USD). For $62 (USD), including taxes and fees, Ryan Air markets flights from London to Barcelona. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Fanciful gardens emerge in a city of tan and gray Nov 2, 2009
When sectarian violence was at its peak, he said, people in Baghdad were not interested in his work, so he left for Dubai and the northern city of Erbil ... When sectarian violence was at its peak, he said, people in Baghdad were not interested in his work, so he left for Dubai and the northern city of Erbil. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Dubai: 10 Things to Do in 24 Hours Oct 29, 2009
Forget the seven-star property, the world's tallest tower, manmade islands, underwater hotels and buildings that spin like a Weeble with an inner-ear infection, what the city of Dubai really knows how to create is headlines ... That being said, Dubai has its virtues, so if you find yourself with 24 hours in the city, you'll have no shortage of things to do. (Time.com)
London and Dubai, air/6 nights, from $1,169 Oct 29, 2009
The Real Deal: Multicity airfare on a major carrier; three nights in London at the or your choice of 152 other hotels, three nights in Dubai at Panorama Bur Dubai or your choice of 216 other hotels, breakfast daily, and hotel taxes, from $1,169 per personplus $196 in taxes and fees ... Why it's a deal: A recent Kayak search produced a $1,275 multicity flight (New York CityLondonDubaiNew York City) for travel in mid-November (Virgin Atlantic) ... More: This package is completely... (MSNBC -- Travel)
SABMiller's experience prepares it for final frontier Oct 29, 2009
Thus far, Emirates is the only major airline that has heeded Dube Tradeport's call and is already running a daily flight out of Durban to Dubai. Perhaps Dube Tradeport should start by convincing SAA to introduce a direct international flight to Durban because that might indirectly bring in the other airlines through the Star Alliance network. (Business Report, South Africa)
* Turmoil-hit New Zealand depart for series in Pakistan Oct 28, 2009
The series in the United Arab Emirates features three one-day internationals in Abu Dhabi from Tuesday, followed by two Twenty20 internationals on Nov. 12 and Nov. 13 in Dubai. Moles announced his resignation on Saturday after reports the team had lost confidence in the 48-year-old coach because he was not providing the technical and tactical guidance they wanted. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Soon, world's tallest hotel in Hong Kong Oct 28, 2009
Currently, the world's tallest hotels are the 333-metre, 72-floor Rose Hotel in Dubai, followed by the 330-metre, 105-floor Ryogyong Hotel in Pyongyang and the 321-metre Burj Al Arab Hotel in Dubai. As well as being Hong Kong's tallest building, the ICC will be the third highest in the world in terms of the height of its roof. (India Times)
Realty investment simple for NRIs Oct 24, 2009
Moreover, among the five million NRIs living in West Asia are many keen to invest in real estate here as expatriate investments in countries like Dubai took a nosedive recently. Similarly, not all NRIs can afford to invest in overseas properties due to very high costs, and the high cost of managing them. (India Times)
Zimbabwe: Attempt to Smuggle U.S.$1,5 Million Backfires Oct 24, 2009
Harare A Mozambican businessman was on Monday arrested at the Harare International Airport while allegedly trying to smuggle over US$1,5 million in cash to Dubai ... Prosecutor Ms Fadzai Kuipa is alleging that on October 19 Rachid checked in for a Dubai flight at the Harare International Airport customs desk. (allAfrica.com)
Portrait of an Artist as a Panorama Master Oct 24, 2009
Stephen Wiltshire painting Dubai, United Arab Emirates ... So far he has completed drawings of London, Rome, Madrid, Dubai, Jerusalem, Frankfurt and Tokyo. (CBS News -- Early Show)
After SBI, Axis, BoB, to raise funds abroad Oct 22, 2009
As of now, we do not have any overseas presence, but we are hopeful of getting an approval for a branch in Dubai next month. He added that the bank has not taken any decision on an MTN issue and its future course of action on the bonds would depend on the overseas approvals or any special clearances. (India Times)
Retaining interest of sports fans is hard Oct 21, 2009
Meanwhile, the obscure European Tour Order of Merit is now known as The Race to Dubai, culminating in the Dubai World Championships in November. Again, the format is simple and is designed to keep horse racing in the media spotlight for longer. (India Times)
After the 'exile', its a happy Diwali for Kampani Oct 21, 2009
Mr Kampani returned to Mumbai on Friday morning from Dubai. He was here for Diwali and has gone to China Monday night on a business trip. (India Times)
5-yr, 20 aircraft rules hitting Indian carriers Oct 21, 2009
These passengers reach hubs like Dubai, Doha, Qatar, Kuala Lumpur and Singapore in time to fill up the wide-bodies of home airlines that go to all parts of the globe, including far away Rio and Buenos Aires. So profitable is the Indian market for foreign airlines that Gulf airlines applied for permission to fly into five cities, including three metros, even before starting operation. (India Times)
Globetrotters: Brown brings international stars in for shot at bigone Oct 20, 2009
Brown, the son of former champion South African trainer Herman Brown sr, splits his time between his base in South Africa, his stables in Dubai, and England, depending on the season ... Mourilyan's globetrotting career began in Ireland, and he has since run in England, Canada, Dubai, Singapore and Hong Kong ... Bankable has done most of his racing in England, but recent trips to Dubai and Singapore prepared him for this trip. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
On the Menu: Seven Wine and Food Crystal Cruises for 2010 Oct 20, 2009
Aboard the May 3rd voyage from Piraeus to Dubai, hosted by Crystal President Gregg Michel, Hanny will present several presidential-themed dinners and White House favorites from several administrations. Culinary experts for 2010 include. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
It's Bumper Diwali for Kollywood Oct 20, 2009
"We've released Peranmai in 44 screen across Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Dubai, US and UK, where it was released on Thursday night." Outside TN, the company plans to release it in Kerala two weeks down the line and release either a dubbed Telugu version or remake it for the Andhra audiences. At Sathyam Cinemas in the metro, Aadhavan managed to gross Rs 23 lakhs at the box office on Saturday and Sunday alone. (India Times)
Asif pulls out of New Zealand series due to arrest risk in UAE Oct 20, 2009
Asif was detained for 19 days in Dubai in June 2008 after 0 ... As a result, Pakistan officials believe it would now be unwise to send Asif back there to play three one-day internationals and two Twenty20 games against New Zealand at Abu Dhabi and Dubai ... "If he lands in Dubai he will be caught," Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ijaz Butt told reporters. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Thaksin Shinawatra: In his own words Oct 19, 2009
This is the excerpted transcript of an interview conducted with Mr Thaksin in Dubai, on October 5th 2009. Mr Thaksin discusses his criminal conviction, personal wealth and current business affairs as well as the mass movements roiling Thailand and his view of the prospects for reconciliation or revolution. (The Economist)
ECGC planning to expand overseas Oct 19, 2009
"We are contemplating setting up of our offices in London, Dubai, Singapore or Hong Kong and Africa," Export Credit Guarantee Corporation of India (ECGC) Chairman and Managing Director A V Muralidharan said here. The Corporation has already applied to the government for permission to open the offices and is awaiting its approval, he said. (India Times)
Royal Caribbean International Teams Up With ABC's 'Good Morning America' to Bring Viewers First Glimpse of Oasis of the Seas Oct 16, 2009
The line also offers unique cruise tour land packages in Alaska, Canada, Dubai, Europe, and Australia and New Zealand. For additional information or to make reservations, call your travel agent, visit or call (800) ROYAL-CARIBBEAN. Travel professionals should go or call (800) 327-2056. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Look-out notice against Kampani stayed Oct 15, 2009
Mr Kampani is currently in Dubai ... Mr Kampani is currently in Dubai. (India Times)
8 places every American should see Oct 14, 2009
Chicago's innovation sparked a worldwide race that continues to redefine city skylines from London to Dubai to Taipei. There's simply no better way to experience those early architects' remarkable vision than to stand on , a transparent observation box that suspends you 1,353 feet above street level, on a wisp of glass just one and a half inches thick. (CNN)
Traces remain after USSR Oct 14, 2009
I don't think I would have liked it here then, said Assumpta Abondo, a visitor from Dubai doing some desultory shopping at a souvenir stand. For her companion Yasmin Mazouzi, the problem isn't that the Soviet experience is hard to find, but that it still seems so prevalent. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Opinion: A golfing season that never ends Oct 14, 2009
Villegas wants to be a global player, which is why hell be getting his passport stamped in Spain, China, New Zealand and Dubai over the next six weeks ... There is still value in winning the FedEx Cup or the PGA Tour money title (Woods won both), or the Race to Dubai in Europe or the Order of Merit in Asia, Japan, South Africa and Australia. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Direct flights from Beijing get U.S. OK Oct 13, 2009
It recently added services to Berlin; Taipei, Taiwan; Luanda, Angola; Moscow; Dubai, United Arab Emirates; and Seattle. Reach Robbie Dingeman at. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Crystal Cruises 2010 Worldwide Cruise Atlas & Cruise Guide Highlight 20th Anniversary Value Oct 13, 2009
The annual President's Cruise, including a new optional two-night hotel program in Dubai. "The messaging and design of the 20th Anniversary Atlas stays true to the Crystal brand - bright, elegant and inviting," says Nitsa Lewis, Crystal's vice president, marketing. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Dubai's Damas replaces CEO Oct 13, 2009
DUBAI: One of the Middle East's best known jewelry companies said Monday it has replaced its CEO after he told the company he made ``unauthorized transactions'' worth as much as $165 million. Dubai-based Damas International Ltd. said it has accepted the resignation of Tawhid Abdulla as managing director and chief executive after he disclosed what are ``understood to be unauthorized transactions conducted by him ... 6 million through an initial public offering on the exchange that is now known as... (India Times)
Tweets to help IIM connect with alumni Oct 12, 2009
Now, its structured properly and has set up 11 chapters six in India (Bangalore, Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai and Kolkata) and the remaining in New York, London , Singapore, Hong Kong and Dubai. REACHING OUT. (India Times)
Captured Insurgent In Iraq: `I Will Fight Again' Oct 11, 2009
Al-Obeid claims that insurgent recruiters in Saudi Arabia paid for the next leg of his trip: flight to Syria via Dubai. He also carried a phone number to call in Damascus. (CBS News -- World)
AI to deploy B777s for long-haul flights Oct 11, 2009
Apart from it, Air India Express will soon be introducing all-economy A320 aircraft on Dubai, Sharjah, Kuala Lumpur and Colombo sectors from various cities in India. Read business stories in. (India Times)
Flush with slush: On the money trail Oct 10, 2009
Over the years, slush banking has moved (as has Bollywood) from this charming Alpine country to newer pastures such as the Caribbean islands (Cayman, Bahamas, Panama), tiny Liechtenstein and Luxembourg in Europe, Dubai and the Maldives. Every few years, there was loud talk in India of repatriating this legendary, quick-growing black wealth either by forcing banks to disclose the names of their Indian clients (fat chance) or by announcing an amnesty scheme (slim chance). (India Times, India -- Intl Business)
BA offers $40 round-trip US-India fare by mistake Oct 10, 2009
But now gulf carriers such as Qatar Airways and Emirates are muscling into the market, enticing Indian flyers to fly through the Doha and Dubai, instead of through London, Paris, Amsterdam, Frankfurt etc. Commencing Sunday, Qatar Airways will begin a direct service four times a week from its Doha base to Amritsar, allowing a wide base of Sikhs/Punjabi diaspora in North America (where it flies direct to Washington DC, Houston/Dallas among other cities), Europe, Africa and the Gulf/West Asia... (India Times, India)
Ansal in talks to raise $100 mn Oct 8, 2009
The companys shareholders include Omniyat Holdings of Dubai, Kuwait Investment Company, The First Investor of Qatar and Al Rashed Group of Saudi Arabia. Last year, Investate entered into a deal with Bahrain Financial Harbour (BFH) to develop $300 million worth residential and retail project in Bahrain. (India Times)
First ET Travel Awards presented Oct 8, 2009
It was another feather in its cap for The Economic Times, as the whos who of the travel industry gathered in Dubai on the evening of September 30 for the first Economic Times Travel Awards, 2009 in association with Samsonite and Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) ... Capped by the Lifetime Achievement award given to the iconic chairman of the Oberoi group, Mr PRS Biki Oberoi, in all 17 awards were presented at the gala event attended by over 1,000 delegates at the Hotel Atlantis,... (India Times)
Gold at all-time high but is it sustainable? Oct 8, 2009
" PRADEEP UNNI, TRADER AT RICHCOMM GLOBAL SERVICES, DUBAI "Though the dollar weakness factor is behind the rapid move in gold, charts look extremely strained at the moment, and they are hinting at a correction. Any extended gains may trigger profit-taking provided that investment demand continues to protect extended correction. (India Times)
